Riyadh – Athir, a pioneering health tech company in Saudi Arabia, has successfully closed its first investment funding round, marking a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionize the healthcare sector. The round saw participation from prominent investors, including Wa’ed Ventures, SHARE Investment Co., and RZM Investment.
Founded in 2017 by Jawad Chaudhry, Ahmad AlJehani, and Abdoulmohsen Alyoubi, Athir is dedicated to leading the digital transformation of healthcare in Saudi Arabia. The company has developed a comprehensive system encompassing healthcare management, revenue management, and medical insurance systems, along with smart device applications that provide integrated medical records for visitors to clinics and medical centers.
Athir’s flagship product, the “Athir HIS” system, stands as the first fully integrated Saudi healthcare information system. This groundbreaking solution is applied across both public and private healthcare facilities and integrates seamlessly with national platforms such as Absher, Sehhaty, and Wasfaty, as well as hospital healthcare and medical insurance management systems.
Jawad Chaudhry, Chairman and Co-Founder of Athir, expressed his enthusiasm about the successful funding round, stating, “This investment marks a pivotal moment for Athir as we continue to innovate and drive the healthcare transformation in Saudi Arabia. As the first Saudi-developed health platform built on a national cloud network, Athir is committed to providing a comprehensive healthcare system for service providers, enhancing patient experiences, automating medical insurance procedures, and creating new opportunities within the sector.”
Athir’s innovative solutions are poised to play a crucial role in advancing Saudi Arabia’s healthcare landscape, aligning with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals of improving healthcare services and embracing digital innovation. The company’s focus on integrating advanced technology with healthcare services is set to pave the way for a more efficient, patient-centered healthcare system in the region.
